The Latest Breaking News from Jeremy Rockliff

Ex-TV journalist new Tas Liberal minister

Jo Palmer has been elevated to the Tasmanian Liberal government's cabinet as part of a shuffle triggered by the resignation of former premier Peter Gutwein.

AAP · Apr 11, 2022

New Tas premier to push AFL club quest

Peter Gutwein's surprise exit as Tasmania's premier will not have a major impact on the island state's push to become the AFL's 19th club.

AAP · Apr 8, 2022

Jeremy Rockliff, Michael Ferguson announced as Tasmania's leadership team

After 16 years as second in command of the Tasmanian Liberals, Jeremy Rockliff is officially confirmed as the state's next Premier, promising the island will be place where "everyone feels valued, included, encouraged and supported".

ABC News · Apr 7, 2022

Archer seeks Tas deputy premier position

Attorney-General Elise Archer has indicated she wants to be Tasmania's next deputy premier, following the sudden resignation of Liberal Premier Peter Gutwein.

AAP · Apr 6, 2022

Jeremy Rockliff likely to become next Tasmanian premier, ABC understands

Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff is firming as the favourite to become the next Tasmanian premier, following Peter Gutwein's shock resignation, the ABC understands.

ABC News · Apr 5, 2022

Peter Gutwein has resigned, so here's what happens next in choosing a new premier

Premier Peter Gutwein yesterday announced his resignation, sending shockwaves through the political landscape and sparking speculation over his successor. Here's what we know about what happens next.

ABC News · Apr 5, 2022

Peter Gutwein has resigned as Tasmania's Premier — here's who could take over

The list isn't long and two potential candidates have just emerged from a scandal involving them groaning in parliament during a question about sexual abuse. So, who could replace Peter Gutwein?

ABC News · Apr 4, 2022

‘Nothing left in the tank’: resigning Tasmanian premier Peter Gutwein deserves credit on COVID and economics

Liberal premier Peter Gutwein’s resignation, less than a year into his second term, is a seismic shift in Tasmanian politics.

The Conversation · Apr 4, 2022

Patient who had COVID-19 dies as Tasmania records 585 new cases

The state government says a man in his 60s was being treated for pneumonia, and tested positive to COVID-19 the day before he passed away.

ABC News · Feb 18, 2022

Tasmanian COVID outbreaks in five aged care homes leads to Defence Force intervention

The Australian Defence Force will be brought in to assist Tasmanian aged care homes amid more than 160 COVID cases among residents and staff.

ABC News · Feb 14, 2022